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Steeped in history, this charming property was once a pair of dairy cottages built in 1700, but in more recent times it was converted into a detached country house in an elevated position offering wonderful views. It is now a characterful family home with delightful original features situated in a semi-rural environment on the outskirts of Newport, not far from Carisbrooke Castle and close to an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

There is a carport at road level with steps up to the property leading to the entrance porch which then opens into the charming dining room with exposed beams and a brick fireplace. From the dining room a door opens into the inner lobby with direct access to the comfortable lounge with its raft of exposed beams, fireplace with a log burner and built in shelving as well as a door to the good sized study/snug or fourth bedroom. This has a charming fireplace and exposed beams and could be ideal for an elderly relative as it also has multi-pane French doors to the garden, so can provide a separate external access.

The kitchen includes plenty of storage units, a built-in oven and hob as well as standalone appliances. There is also a utility area and a shower room on the ground floor that services two of the first-floor bedrooms that are accessed via a separate staircase. Both these rooms have built in cupboards with the one bedroom also incorporating an en suite cloakroom. The other staircase leads to the family bathroom and two further bedrooms including one with dual aspect and a vanity basin.

Outside the rear garden is far larger that it might first appear and backs onto another large garden, providing a really spacious feel. It is surrounded by mature trees and shrubs and includes a walled terrace and dining area with steps up to a lawn. There is also a little pond with a seating area and a wood gazebo, a garden storage shed, a chicken coop and run, vegetable beds, a greenhouse and an orchard with figs, apples, pears and cherry trees so is ideal for anyone who wants to develop the ’good life.’ An additional feature in this garden is the historic well that is apparently linked to the well at Carisbrooke Castle.

Travel Information

6.1 miles from West Cowes to Southampton Red Jet Ferry Terminal

10.7 miles from Yarmouth to Lymington Ferry Terminal

5.6 miles from Fishbourne to Portsmouth Ferry Terminal

Southern Vectis Buses routes provide regular services through the area, connecting you to all the areas of the island. For ticket prices visit www.islandbuses.info

Leisure Clubs & Facilities

Medina Leisure Centre, Newport 1.6 miles

Newport Golf Club, Newport 1.3 miles

Newport Cricket Club, Newport 1 mile

Red House Day Spa, Newport 0.8 miles

Healthcare

Doctors Surgeries

Medina Health Centre, Newport 01983 522198

The Dower House Surgery, Newport 01983 523525

Carisbrooke Health Centre, Carisbrooke – 01983 522150

General Hospitals

St Mary’s Hospital, Parkhurst Ryde, Newport 01983 822099 (2 miles)

Education

Primary Schools

Nine Acres Primary School, Newport 01983 522984

Newport C of E Primary School, Newport 01983 522826

Hunnyhill Primary School, Newport 01983 522506

Carisbrooke C of E Primary School, Carisbrooke 01983 522348

St Thomas of Canterbury Primary School 01983 522747

Secondary Schools/Colleges

Carisbrooke College, Newport 01983 524651

Christ The King Upper College, Newport 01983 537 070

Medina College, Newport 01983 861 222

Ryde Private School, Ryde 01983 562 295

Ryde Academy, Ryde 01983 567 331

Isle of Wight College, Newport 01982 526 631

Island VI Form Campus, Newport 01983 522886

Learning Assisted Schools:

Medina House, School Lane, Newport 01983 522 917

St. Georges, Watergate Road, Newport 01983 524 634

Restaurants/Bars

The Eight Bells, Newport

The Bargeman’s Rest, Newport

The Blacksmith Arms, Carisbrooke

Burrs, Newport

The Sun Inn, Calbourne

Toto, Newport

Correo Lounge, Newport

These bars and restaurants are available within a 5-mile radius of this home.

Local Attractions / Landmarks

Osborne House – East Cowes

Tapnell Farm - Yarmouth

Fort Victoria Country Park - Norton

Yarmouth Castle - Yarmouth

The Needles Landmark Attraction – Alum Bay

Carisbrooke Castle – Carisbrooke

Monkey Haven - Newport

Robin Hill Country Park - Downend

GROUND FLOOR

Entrance Porch

Dining Room 13’7 x 9’2

Inner Hallway

Kitchen 9’3 x 8’11

Shower Room

Lounge 15’ x 15’

Study 13’5 x 8’8

Utility Room

FIRST FLOOR Landing (Front of House)

Bedroom 1 13’6 x 9’1

Bedroom 4 10’ x 9’3

Bathroom Landing (Rear of House)

Bedroom 3 10’7 x 9’1

Bedroom 2 10’ x 8’10

En-Suite Cloakroom

OUTSIDE

Front Garden

Car Port Parking

Rear Garden

Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Copyright © 2023 Fine & Country Ltd.

Registered in England and Wales. Company Reg No. 2597969. Registered Office: Pittis & Co Ltd/ Arun Estate Agencies Ltd, St Leonards House, North Street, Horsham, West Sussex, RH12 1RJ. Printed 08.02.2023

Council Tax Band: E

Tenure: Freehold